Paris prosecutors announced on Oct. 29 that two suspects in the recent Louvre heist have "partially admitted" their involvement. However, the stolen jewels, valued at €88 million (approximately RMB 720 million), have yet to be recovered.
During a press conference, Paris Prosecutor Laure Beccuau revealed updates on the investigation. The two suspects, aged 34 and 39, are facing charges of "organized theft" and "criminal conspiracy," which carry maximum sentences of 15 years and 10 years in prison, respectively.
The 34-year-old suspect, an Algerian resident in France, was apprehended on Oct. 25 at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport while attempting to flee to Algeria. The 39-year-old suspect, from Aubervilliers in Seine-Saint-Denis, was also arrested the same evening. Both suspects have prior theft convictions.
Beccuau dismissed the possibility of inside assistance from Louvre staff but indicated that the crime may have involved more than four individuals. She expressed hope for the eventual recovery of the stolen jewels, stating that over 100 investigators are working tirelessly to identify additional suspects and locate the missing items. She also warned that purchasing stolen jewels constitutes a criminal offense.
The heist occurred on the morning of Oct. 19 in the Louvre's "Apollo Gallery," which houses French royal jewelry and diamond collections. Eight pieces of jewelry were stolen from the gallery, causing significant international concern.
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